Shannon Sharpe (born June 26, 1968) is a former American professional football player and current sports analyst, widely regarded as one of the greatest tight ends in NFL history. He played 14 seasons in the National Football League, primarily with the Denver Broncos, with whom he won two consecutive Super Bowls in 1997 and 1998. Sharpe also spent two seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, winning a third Super Bowl in 2000 and setting the NFL postseason record for the longest reception with a 96-yard touchdown catch in the 2000 AFC Championship Game[1][3][4]. Sharpe was drafted in the seventh round of the 1990 NFL Draft out of Savannah State University. Over his career, he was selected to eight Pro Bowls and earned four first-team All-Pro honors. He was the first tight end to surpass 10,000 receiving yards, retiring with 815 receptions, 10,060 yards, and 62 touchdowns—records that stood for years before being surpassed. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011[1][2][3]. After retiring from football in 2004, Sharpe transitioned to broadcasting. He worked as an analyst on CBS Sports’ *The NFL Today* and co-hosted the popular Fox Sports 1 show *Skip and Shannon: Undisputed* from 2016 until 2023. He has also hosted notable sports podcasts, including *Club Shay Shay* and *Nightcap*. Most recently, he joined ESPN as a weekly analyst on *First Take* until 2025, maintaining a significant presence in sports media[1]. Sharpe is recognized not only for his on-field achievements but also for his outspoken personality and insightful commentary, making him a prominent figure in contemporary sports discussion.